Obituaries

Jul 15, 2018

Ginger Lee Smith Salisbury, 61, returned home to the boundless heavens July 15, 2018. Her laughter, kindness and loving spirit will be missed beyond description. She enjoyed gardening, cooking and playing Words With Friends. She was predeceased by her father Daniel H. Smith, daughter, Kari J. Salisbury, sister, Debra A. Swartwood, niece, Darcy A. Swartwood. Ginger is survived by daughter,...

Jul 10, 2018

Doris Folejewski

Of Binghamton

Doris Folejewski, 102, of Binghamton, passed away Tuesday July 10th, 2018 at the James G. Johnston Nursing Home at Hilltop Retirement Center in Johnson City, NY. Born August 19, 1915 in Binghamton, NY, the daughter of the late John Moore and Bessie Grant Moore, and loving wife of the late William...

Jul 6, 2018

  Donald Virgilio, 87, passed away July 6, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents, Dominic and Janet Virgilio and brother, William Virgilio. Don is survived by his wife of 59 years, Patricia, his children; Deborah and Peter Battaglia, David and Debra Virgilio and Sharon and Carl Tuch; seven treasured grandchildren and three great grandchildren. He leaves behind his brother, Thomas...

Jul 3, 2018

Rosemarie “Rosie” Hogan Binghamton- Beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Rosemarie Hogan, 79, passed away Tuesday, July 3, 2018. Rosie’s life was centered around her family. Rosie never missed any event that involved her kids and grandkids, sports, dance recitals, concerts, graduation from preschool on through. As the family organizer she would visit her children’s homes just to clean and organize....

Jul 1, 2018

With great sadness, Brett D. Goodison, 41, lost his four year battle with heroin addiction July 1, 2018. Brett takes a piece of our hearts with him. He was extraordinary person, one who had the biggest kindest heart. Brett will be remembered as a beautiful soul, he would help anyone in need. He excelled in any occupation or sport he...

Jun 27, 2018

  John Paul Mando, counselor, teacher, rabble-rouser and advocate, adored son and doted-upon brother, beloved and loving husband, uncle, godfather, nephew and cousin, and friend, died June 27, 2018, having given his all to living.   The world has lost a great storyteller, and an even greater man.  He lived a good, at times, difficult, life—full of love, laughter, and faith.  He...

Jun 26, 2018

Gwendolyn E. Frisbie 79, passed away Tuesday June 26, 2018. Gwendolyn was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be remembered as the woman whose life revolved around children, her own, the church “kids” and countless others who she helped raise and watch over. She taught her own children that family was everything Gwendolyn was a longtime member of...

Jun 26, 2018

Walter Lee “Rocky” Rockefeller, 85, passed away June 26, 2018 with his loving wife by his side. Rocky served his country proudly as a member of the United States Air Force. He was a retiree of the Susquehanna Valley School District.  He was a member of Conklin Avenue First Baptist Church for over sixty years, where he sang in the...

Jun 24, 2018

Our beloved mother, Mary Josephine Morris passed away Sunday, June 24, 2018. Mary’s life relvolved around her family. She put her loved ones before herself always. She did not wish a saddened farewell but for all who knew her to celebrate her time with them with joy and love. She was predeceased by her husband of 44 years, Walter Paul...

Jun 21, 2018

Jacqueline Smith Seiden, age 92, died on June 21, 2018. She was the beloved wife of the late Mel Seiden, her husband of 65 years. Jacqueline Smith was born on June 16, 1926 in Bedford, Indiana. Jackie was two years old when her father, Howard Smith, died from tuberculosis contracted during his service in WW I. Her mother remarried George...

Jun 18, 2018

Sharon Brown, 72, passed away June 18, 2018. Sharon was an amazing woman, she was a strong fighter, and would give anyone the shirt off her back. She a single mom who worked two jobs, raised three children and attended school all at the same time. Her family is forever grateful for the wonderful loving Mother they were priviledged to...

Jun 12, 2018

   Janet L. Brown, 76, joined her Lord,  June 12, 2018. Her children understand the difficult life she lived and we wish her peace. Her children, grandchildren and family should know that she loved them deeply. Our loving mother showed us strength and bravery in her final challenge. She was predeceased  by her parents, J. Edgar and Virginia Brown and her...

Jun 6, 2018

Wellington A. Locke, 71, passed away June 6, 2018 with many of his family members at his side. Will served his country in the United States Army overseas in Korea. He was the proud owner of Eddie’s Auto Radiator in Endicott for the past 44 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Ida Locke, sister and brother-in-law, Louella...

Jun 5, 2018

Morris Granville Scherer, 98, of Binghamton, NY died peacefully, albeit quite reluctantly, at the New York State Veteran's Home in Oxford, NY after a short period of declining health. He was predeceased by his wife of sixty years, Ruth, and is survived by his children Carole, Sandra (Robert) and George (Maggie) in addition to numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and...

Jun 1, 2018

Vestal- Gino Ricciardelli, 95, passed away peacefully on June 1, 2018. He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Shirley, his parents, Andrew and Maria Ricciardelli, his brother, Albino and sister-in-law Grace, sisters and brothers-in-law, Josephine and Harry Rabinowitz and Michele and Charles Raggenbass. Gino was employed by WNBF-TV and WNBF radio as Assistant Chief Engineer and by WICZ-TV...

May 29, 2018

Beloved mother, daughter and sister, Marisa Matthews, 39, passed away May 29, 2018. Marisa will be remembered for her very vibrant, unique and sassy personality. She loved life and her children. She was predeceased by husband, Lukas Matthews and stepmother, Donna Eaton and stepsister, Grace Morelock.  Marisa is survived by her children, Zachary and Haleigh Bodine, Endwell, father, Lawrence Cole,...

May 29, 2018

June Matteson of Binghamton June Matteson, 87, of Binghamton passed away Saturday May 29, 2018. Born October 14, 1930 in Binghamton, New York, the daughter of the Late Leode A. and Marie (Whitney) Matteson, and sister of the late Bette L. Matteson. A Funeral Service will be held Tuesday June 5th, 2018 at 11:00 am at the Tabernacle United...

May 23, 2018

Kirkwood- John P. Bannister, 70, passed away May 23, 2018. John proudly served his country in the United States Army He was predeceased by many of his family members, his mother, Lucy Gowe, aunts and uncles, Charles and Emma Bannister, John and Mary Westgate, Harold Bannister and Paul Bannister. John is survived by his caring partner, Melody Terboss and cousins,...

May 21, 2018

Nathan Brown, MD,  101, died on Monday May 21, 2018.  Born in Utica, NY, the son of Morris and Katie Brown.  Extraordinary physician for half a century, beloved husband of the late Betty (Flaggman) Brown and dear father of Lawrence (Adela Gondek), Marcia, and Daniel (Sheera). Grandfather of  Madeleine, Tristan, and Jessica. He was a brilliant and consummate physician...

May 19, 2018

Marjorie Alice Stenson Russell, 85, of Binghamton, NY, died Saturday, May 19, 2018 in her son’s home in Edenton, NC.  She was born in Broome County, NY on December 24, 1932, and was the daughter of the late William and Charlotte Cook Stenson.  A homemaker, she was an active and faithful member of First Christian Church of Kirkwood, NY where...